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Laundry facilities for ten cabins at Arkansawyers auto camp, Salinas Valley, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Laundry facilities for ten cabins at Arkansawyers auto camp, Salinas Valley, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Laundry facilities for ten cabins at Arkansawyers auto camp, Salinas Valley, California. Note stove to heat water
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Laundry Facilities for Ten Cabins - A Glimpse into Life at Arkansawyers Auto Camp, Salinas Valley, CA, 1939
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photograph captured by the talented Dorothea Lange, we are transported back to a time when simplicity defined everyday life. The image showcases the laundry facilities of ten cabins nestled within the picturesque landscape of Arkansawyers Auto Camp in California's Salinas Valley. As our eyes wander through the frame, we notice a young girl diligently tending to her chores in this humble setting. Her presence reminds us of the resilience and strength that characterized families during one of America's most challenging periods - The Great Depression. The laundry room itself exudes an air of resourcefulness and practicality. A stove stands prominently in one corner, providing warmth to heat water for washing clothes. This simple yet essential appliance symbolizes both necessity and ingenuity as families sought ways to make do with what they had during those trying times. Dorothea Lange's lens captures not only a physical space but also tells a story about economic hardship and perseverance. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst adversity, individuals found ways to maintain their dignity while carrying out daily tasks like doing laundry. This powerful still image from Lange's collection is housed within the Library of Congress' archives – an invaluable piece documenting history through photography. It allows us today to reflect on our past while appreciating how far we have come in terms of domestic appliances and living standards.
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